Self-Care: More Than Just a Cupcake After Work!

Self-Care: More Than Just a Cupcake After Work!

I love my work, and I feel great about making a difference. And then… there came a time when I was more tired than usual. I kept catching colds and started to worry that something was wrong with my immune system. So—I gave myself permission to eat the ice cream...
Dance, Breathe, Meditate, Laugh!

Dance, Breathe, Meditate, Laugh!

When stress takes over these are simple things you can do to let your brain and body relax. Class participants at the Forum also suggest these stress reducers:  praying, walking, working out, talking with a trusted friend, therapy, being in nature, listening to music,...
Fired Up, Not Burned Out!

Fired Up, Not Burned Out!

Burn-out is real and can affect all of us– a sense of helplessness, cynicism, and exhaustion are signs of burn-out and compassion fatigue. What we want to feel instead is the satisfaction and joy of using our compassion to help others! We want to be fired up,...